Library Safety Assistant - Part-time

Description

Job Title: Library Safety Assistant

Department: Facilities - Safety

Supervisor: Safety Supervisor

Starting Pay: $20.84/hr

Union Position: Yes

Benefits: No

Hours: Part-time, minimum of 15 - 20 hours per week, including evening and/or weekend hours.

Open: May 6, 2025

Closing: at 8 pm on May 20, 2025

Applying: Please do not apply directly through Indeed.com. Instead, visit aadl.org/aboutus/employment to submit an application and optional cover letter/resume.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Safety Lead, and the supervision of the Safety Supervisor, the Library Safety Assistant patrols the buildings, parking lots, and grounds to assure a safe and secure environment for patrons and staff.

• Continually monitors the Library’s buildings and grounds and enforces the Library’s Rules of Behavior.
• Monitors staff areas for trespassers.
• Monitors the buildings to assure compliance with governmental regulations and reports any violations to the Safety Supervisor.
• Reports damage to the buildings, furnishings or equipment.
• Maintains safety after hours for meetings, or when repair work is scheduled.
• Serves as a greeter to patrons entering the Library.
• Responds to emergencies and provides support as needed.
• Writes detailed incident reports.
• Operates the Library’s automated telephone switchboard to direct incoming calls and performs duties associated with the shipping and receiving office while serving in this capacity.
• Required to be on site for all work
• Maintains a prompt and reliable attendance record.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications include:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six or more months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Applicant must be 18 or older unless high school diploma or GED has been obtained.)
• Excellent public service attitude.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently with patrons, visitors, staff and vendors.
• Ability to assume responsibility and work well without close supervision after receiving instructions.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions, exercise good judgment, and act quickly in emergencies.
• Proficiency in the use of computers with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to bend, reach, walk, stand, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.